EP #1252: Grief and Resilience Self-Care: Building a Dream

Send us Fan MailLisa is joined by Nikki Mark who talks about her book, Tommy's Field: Love, Loss, and the Goal of a Lifetime. SummaryIn this conversation, author Nicky Mark discusses her book 'Tommy's Field: Love, Loss, and the Goal of a Lifetime' with Lisa Davis. Nicky shares her experience of losing her son Tommy and the profound impact it had on her life. She explores the themes of empathy, compassion, and spirituality in grief, as well as the challenges and opposition she faced in creating Tommy's legacy. Nicky also discusses her journey of personal transformation and the importance of choosing love over fear. Throughout the conversation, she shares stories of connecting with Tommy's spirit and finding meaning in the midst of loss. Nikki Mark shares her journey of building a soccer field in memory of her son Tommy. She discusses the emotions of finally getting a yes after facing numerous rejections. Nikki also talks about the TM23 Foundation, which aims to provide playing fields for underserved children. She emphasizes the importance of play, especially in the post-pandemic world. Nikki shares her experience writing the Mighty Mom series and how it helped her son understand her work. She concludes by expressing her hope that her story and book bring light to the world.Chapters00:00Introduction and Book Recommendation00:31Empathy and Compassion in Grief01:14The Mystical Experience of Loss02:31The Impact of a Stable Life04:13Navigating Life's Challenges05:48Creating Tommy's Legacy08:02Conversations with Tommy10:59Exploring Alternative Therapies19:14Facing Opposition and Overcoming Challenges25:31Personal Transformation and Finding Meaning27:42Supporting Siblings in Grief29:08Connecting with the Spirit of the Departed35:26Choosing Love over Fear37:21Receiving Messages and Guidance38:26The Feeling of Getting a Yes39:45The TM23 Foundation41:49The Importance of Play41:57The Mighty Mom Series43:34Sharing the Story and Spreading Light44:04Finding the Foundation, Book, and Blogs45:41Closing Remarks